Chinese Chariots Revealed

Chinese Chariot Revealed offers a compelling blend of historical investigation and practical experimentation, shedding light on how these ancient vehicles not only revolutionised warfare but also played a pivotal role in unifying China.

The documentary brings together a multidisciplinary team of archaeologists, historians, and engineers who reconstruct a 2,700-year-old battle chariot based on archaeological findings from a Zhou Dynasty burial site in Zaoyang, Hubei Province. Through this reconstruction, the team investigates the chariot’s design, including its unique wooden joints and intricate bronze fittings, to understand the technological innovations that contributed to its effectiveness and longevity in warfare.